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Nigeria is the men's national football team, currently ranked #26 in the FIFA World Rankings based in Abuja, playing their home matches at Abuja National Stadium. Follow Nigeria on FotMob for live match updates, detailed statistics, squad information, transfer news, and comprehensive performance analytics.

Ademola Lookman leads Nigeria's scoring in league play with 2 goals this season. Victor Osimhen has contributed 2, while Fisayo Dele-Bashiru has added 1.

Nigeria have been in mixed form recently, winning 1 of their last 5 matches (20% win rate). They have scored 8 goals and conceded 11 during this period. Overall, they have shown good attacking threat. However, defensive frailties have been a concern, conceding an average of 2.2 goals per game. In the Friendlies, they faced a 2-2 draw with Poland, a 1-2 loss to Portugal, and a 3-3 draw with Russia. In the Africa Cup of Nations Qualification Grp. L, they faced a 2-1 win against Madagascar, and a 0-3 loss to Guinea-Bissau.

Recent results for Nigeria:

• June 3, 2026: Friendlies - 2-2 draw at Poland
• June 10, 2026: Friendlies - 1-2 loss at Portugal
• September 25, 2026: Africa Cup of Nations Qualification Grp. L - 2-1 win vs Madagascar
• September 29, 2026: Africa Cup of Nations Qualification Grp. L - 0-3 loss at Guinea-Bissau
• October 6, 2026: Friendlies - 3-3 draw at Russia

Upcoming fixtures for Nigeria:

• November 15, 2025: Friendlies - at Venezuela
• November 11, 2026: Africa Cup of Nations Qualification Grp. L - vs Tanzania
• November 15, 2026: Africa Cup of Nations Qualification Grp. L - at Tanzania
• March 24, 2027: Africa Cup of Nations Qualification Grp. L - at Madagascar
• March 28, 2027: Africa Cup of Nations Qualification Grp. L - vs Guinea-Bissau

Looking ahead, Nigeria have 2 home games and 3 away fixtures in their next 5 matches. Upcoming opponents: Venezuela (away), Tanzania (home), Tanzania (away), Madagascar (away), and Guinea-Bissau (home).

Nigeria currently sits in 2nd place in the Africa Cup of Nations Qualification (Grp. L) with 3 points from 2 matches (1W 0D 1L).

Nigeria's squad consists of 42 players. Goalkeepers: Maduka Okoye (Udinese), Samuel James (SJK), Arthur Okonkwo (Charlton Athletic), Michael Atata (Nigeria), Stanley Nwabili (Chippa United). Defenders: Akpe Victory (Basel), Ola Aina (Nottingham Forest), Bruno Onyemaechi (Olympiacos), Benjamin Fredrick (Brentford), Emmanuel Fernandez (Rangers), Semi Ajayi (Hull City), Bright Osayi-Samuel (Birmingham City), Chibuike Nwaiwu (Trabzonspor), Kenneth Igboke (Enugu Rangers), Vince Osuji (Tromsø), Calvin Bassey (Fulham). Midfielders: Mubarak Suleiman (Slavia Prague), Ridwan Popoola (Al-Wasl), Abdullahi Bewene (Baník Ostrava), Isaac James (Alverca), Aderemi Adeoye (Ikorodu City), Wilfred Ndidi (Beşiktaş), Abdullahi Umar (Hradec Králové), Ademola Lookman (Atlético Madrid), Frank Onyeka (Coventry City), Stephen Michael (Vendsyssel FF), Wilfred George Igor (Kristiansund), Alex Iwobi (Fulham), Chibuzo Nwoko (Fulham U21), Raphael Onyedika (Eintracht Frankfurt). Forwards: Victor Osimhen (Galatasaray), George Ilenikhena (Al Ittihad), Tolu Arokodare (Ajax), Samuel Chukwueze (Milan), Umar Abubakar (Famalicão), Peter Edokpolor (Benfica B), Kelechi Ịheanachọ (Bursaspor), Moses Simon (Paris FC), Ibraheem Mahfus Ajasa (FC Rostov), Taiwo Awoniyi (Coventry City), Akor Adams (Venezia), Moses Usor (LASK).

Éric Chelle is the current head coach of Nigeria. Under their leadership, the team has achieved a 56% win rate across 32 matches, averaging 1.91 points per game.

Notable previous managers include Augustine Eguavoen managed the club for 3 seasons, recording 6 wins from 12 matches (50% win rate). José Peseiro managed the club for 6 seasons, recording 11 wins from 23 matches (48% win rate). Other former coaches include Finidi George, and Gernot Rohr.

Nigeria plays their home matches at Abuja National Stadium in Abuja, which has a capacity of 60,491.

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